Canon 5D MIV vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Canon 5D MIV and Ricoh WG-4 GPS, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Ricoh. There exists a large gap between the sensor resolutions of the 5D MIV (30MP) and WG-4 GPS (16MP) and the 5D MIV (Full frame) and WG-4 GPS (1/2.3") come with different sensor size.

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The 5D MIV was launched 2 years after the WG-4 GPS which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Canon 5D MIV being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Ricoh WG-4 GPS being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the 5D MIV scores against the WG-4 GPS for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 5D Mark IV & Ricoh WG-4 GPS. The complete galleries are available at Canon 5D MIV Gallery & Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon 5D MIV has external dimensions of 151mm x 116mm x 76mm (5.9" x 4.6" x 3.0") along with a weight of 890 grams (1.96 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-4 GPS has dimensions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is the front view size comparison of the 5D MIV and the WG-4 GPS.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 5D MIV and WG-4 GPS is 55 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizes only by checking technical specs. The picture underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 5D MIV and WG-4 GPS.

As you can tell, the two cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The 5D MIV featuring a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Canon 5D MIV will give you extra detail utilizing its extra 14MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The younger 5D MIV provides an advantage in sensor technology.